Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 is a crosslinked urea/urethane polymer formed in an aqueous suspension by the reaction between the cyclic trimer of hexamethylene diisocyanate, retinol and ethylenediamine.
What does it do?
Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
EU regulatory status
Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1?
Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 is a crosslinked urea/urethane polymer formed in an aqueous suspension by the reaction between the cyclic trimer of hexamethylene diisocyanate, retinol and ethylenediamine.
Is Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 do in cosmetic products?
Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 11/03/2014